If a marriage breaks down, a husband and wife may legally end their relationship by obtaining a divorce.
One of the primary objectives of the HWLS Human Rights LawClinic is to help the general public to understand how the law works and how it can protect the average person.
In our first "Know The Law" video, we explain the basics of how a divorce can be obtained in Trinidad and Tobago.
The law on this area is set-out in the Matrimonial Proceedings and Property Act Chap 45:51.
A divorce petition cannot be presented until one year of marriage has passed, unless there are extreme circumstances.
This information is not intended to give legal advice. If you have a legal problem or require legal advise, please consult with an attorney-at-law.

After a week of tragic events in the United States, including allegations of police brutality, racially motivated killings and the slaying of five police officers, we thought that we’d ask the question: “What should you do if your car is stopped by the police in Trinidad and Tobago?”
It goes without saying that you should generally be polite and compliant, but there are a few things to keep in mind. These issues are addressed in our third "Know The Law" information guide.
The Hugh Wooding Law SchoolHuman Rights LawClinic aims to assist the average citizen to understand how the law works and how it can protect you.
Some of the content in this guide was adapted from the Street Law Handbook produced by our friends at Street Law South Africa.
This information is provided for information purposes only. Of course, if you require legal advice, please contact an attorney-at-law.

Please join Trini Eco Warriorshttp://www.facebook.com/pages/Trini-Eco-Warriors/162715583747492 . This film was made to highlight the trade of sea turtles in Trinidad & Tobago, which is legal during hunting season, under the colonial era Fisheries Act of 1916. During the closed season the practice is widespread due to a lack of law enforcement. These endangered turtles are in danger disappearing from our waters unless we act now, and pressure out government to enact legislative change. This video was filmed from October 12-14 2010 along the East and North-East Coasts of Trinidad.

Read the full article here:
https://www.zilient.org/article/trash-heroes-and-scavenger-apps-battle-bali-garbage-emergency
Trinidad and Tobago has received asylum requests – from about 3,300Venezuelans struggling to survive amid a political crisis and harsh recession at home, but the influx of migrants is causing anxiety over whether there are enough jobs and social services to go round.
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published:23 Jul 2018

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The government of Trinidad and Tobago says marijuana decriminalization is not a priority.
https://videosenglish.telesurtv.net/video/730098/trinidad-and-tobago-holding-strong-on-marijuana/

What isCOMMONLAW? What does COMMON LAW mean? COMMON LAW meaning - COMMON LAW definition - COMMON LAW explanation.
Source: Wikipedia.org article, adapted under https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ license.
common law (also known as case law or precedent) is law developed by judges, courts, and similar tribunals, stated in decisions that nominally decide individual cases but that in addition have precedential effect on future cases. Common law is a third branch of law, in contrast to and on equal footing with statutes which are adopted through the legislative process, and regulations which are promulgated by the executive branch.
A "common law system" is a legal system that gives great precedential weight to common law, so that consistent principles applied to similar facts yield similar outcomes. The bodyof past common law binds judges that make future decisions, just as any other law does, to ensure consistent treatment. In cases where the parties disagree on what the law is, a common law court looks to past precedential decisions of relevant courts. If a similar dispute has been resolved in the past, the court is usually bound to follow the reasoning used in the prior decision (this principle is known as stare decisis). If, however, the court finds that the current dispute is fundamentally distinct from all previous cases (called a "matter of first impression"), judges have the authority and duty to make law by creating precedent. Thereafter, the new decision becomes precedent, and will bind future courts. Stare decisis, the principle that cases should be decided according to consistent principled rules so that similar facts will yield similar results, lies at the heart of all common law systems.
One third of the world's population live in common law jurisdictions or in systems mixed with civil law. Common law originated during the Middle Ages in England, and from there was propagated to the colonies of the British Empire, including India, the United States (both the federal system and 49 of its 50 states), Pakistan, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Canada (and all its provinces except Quebec), Malaysia, Ghana, Australia, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, Singapore, Burma, Ireland, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Cyprus, Barbados, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Cameroon, Namibia, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Botswana, Guyana, and Fiji.

Trinidad and Tobago

Trinidad and Tobagoi/ˈtrɪnᵻˌdædəndtoʊˈbeɪɡoʊ/, officially the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, is a twin island country situated off the northern edge of South America mainland, lying 11 kilometres (6mi) just off the coast of northeastern Venezuela and 130 kilometres (81mi) south of Grenada. Bordering the Caribbean to the north, it shares maritime boundaries with other nations including Barbados to the northeast, Grenada to the northwest, Guyana to the southeast, and Venezuela to the south and west. The country covers an area of 5,128 square kilometres (1,980sqmi) and consists of two main islands, Trinidad and Tobago, with numerous smaller landforms. The two main islands are divided into nine regions, and one ward. Sangre Grande is the largest of the country's nine regions, comprising about 18% of the total area and 10% of the total population of the country. Trinidad and Tobago lies outside of the hurricane belt.

Population

The population was 62,219 at the 2011 census. The capital, Scarborough, has a population of about 25,550. While Trinidad is multiethnic, Tobago's population is primarily of African descent, although with a growing proportion of Trinidadians of East Indian descent and Europeans. Between 2000 and 2011, the population of Tobago grew by 12.55 percent, making it one of the fastest-growing areas of Trinidad and Tobago.

History

Christopher Columbus first sighted Tobago in 1498. Subsequently, several powers fought over possession of the island.

The original Island Carib population had to defend the island against other Amerindian tribes. Then, during the late 1500s and early 1600s, the natives defended it from European colonists, for instance in 1654 from the Courlanders, who colonised the island intermittently between 1637 and 1690. Over the years, the Dutch, English, Spanish, Swedish, Curonians (Duchy of Courland) and French transformed Tobago into a battle zone and the island changed hands 33 times, the most in Caribbean history, and often name, before the Treaty of Paris ceded it to the British in 1814.

The Law (1959 film)

The Law (Italian:La legge, French:La Loi and originally released in America as Where the Hot Wind Blows!) is a 1959 Italian film directed by Jules Dassin.

Plot

Beautiful Marietta (Gina Lollobrigida) is a small-town girl who lives in southern Italian fishing village of Porto Manacore, a corrupt village ruled by a petty crook Matteo Brigante (Yves Montand). An engineer, Enrico Tosso (Marcello Mastroianni) comes into town to drain the marshes, and helps the villagers to take back their town.

In the late 2000s, the South Central Council of Governments (South Central COG), which operates a local bus service, decided to pursue funding for a new multimodal transportation center to serve intercity passenger rail and local, regional, and intercity buses. Owned by the city but operated and maintained by the South Central COG, it would contain a waiting area with seating, restrooms, and ticket booths.

Know The Law: Divorce in Trinidad and Tobago

If a marriage breaks down, a husband and wife may legally end their relationship by obtaining a divorce.
One of the primary objectives of the HWLS Human Rights LawClinic is to help the general public to understand how the law works and how it can protect the average person.
In our first "Know The Law" video, we explain the basics of how a divorce can be obtained in Trinidad and Tobago.
The law on this area is set-out in the Matrimonial Proceedings and Property Act Chap 45:51.
A divorce petition cannot be presented until one year of marriage has passed, unless there are extreme circumstances.
This information is not intended to give legal advice. If you have a legal problem or require legal advise, please consult with an attorney-at-law.

IMMIGRATION LAW IN TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

Know The Law: What should you do if you are pulled-over by the police In Trinidad and Tobago?

Know The Law: What should you do if you are pulled-over by the police In Trinidad and Tobago?

Know The Law: What should you do if you are pulled-over by the police In Trinidad and Tobago?

After a week of tragic events in the United States, including allegations of police brutality, racially motivated killings and the slaying of five police officers, we thought that we’d ask the question: “What should you do if your car is stopped by the police in Trinidad and Tobago?”
It goes without saying that you should generally be polite and compliant, but there are a few things to keep in mind. These issues are addressed in our third "Know The Law" information guide.
The Hugh Wooding Law SchoolHuman Rights LawClinic aims to assist the average citizen to understand how the law works and how it can protect you.
Some of the content in this guide was adapted from the Street Law Handbook produced by our friends at Street Law South Africa.
This information is provided for information purposes only. Of course, if you require legal advice, please contact an attorney-at-law.

Please join Trini Eco Warriorshttp://www.facebook.com/pages/Trini-Eco-Warriors/162715583747492 . This film was made to highlight the trade of sea turtles in Trinidad & Tobago, which is legal during hunting season, under the colonial era Fisheries Act of 1916. During the closed season the practice is widespread due to a lack of law enforcement. These endangered turtles are in danger disappearing from our waters unless we act now, and pressure out government to enact legislative change. This video was filmed from October 12-14 2010 along the East and North-East Coasts of Trinidad.

Read the full article here:
https://www.zilient.org/article/trash-heroes-and-scavenger-apps-battle-bali-garbage-emergency
Trinidad and Tobago has received asylum requests – from about 3,300Venezuelans struggling to survive amid a political crisis and harsh recession at home, but the influx of migrants is causing anxiety over whether there are enough jobs and social services to go round.
ABOUT THOMSON REUTERS FOUNDATION
The Thomson Reuters Foundation acts to promote the highest standards in journalism and spread the practice of legal pro bono worldwide. The organisation runs free services that provide individuals and organisations with vital access to information and services around the globe: free legal assistance to NGOs and social enterprises, editorial coverage of the world’s under-reported news, media development and training, and TrustConference (http://www.trustconference.com).
Read our news: http://news.trust.org/
Learn more: http://www.trust.org/
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TR_Foundation
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We welcome all comments that contribute constructively to the debate. We have the right to remove any posting if, in our opinion, your post does not comply with the content standards set out in the Acceptable Use Policy on http://news.trust.org/.

1:10

Trinidad and Tobago Holding Strong on Marijuana

Trinidad and Tobago Holding Strong on Marijuana

Trinidad and Tobago Holding Strong on Marijuana

The government of Trinidad and Tobago says marijuana decriminalization is not a priority.
https://videosenglish.telesurtv.net/video/730098/trinidad-and-tobago-holding-strong-on-marijuana/

What is COMMON LAW? What does COMMON LAW mean? COMMON LAW meaning, definition & explanation

What is COMMON LAW? What does COMMON LAW mean? COMMON LAW meaning, definition & explanation

What is COMMON LAW? What does COMMON LAW mean? COMMON LAW meaning, definition & explanation

What isCOMMONLAW? What does COMMON LAW mean? COMMON LAW meaning - COMMON LAW definition - COMMON LAW explanation.
Source: Wikipedia.org article, adapted under https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ license.
common law (also known as case law or precedent) is law developed by judges, courts, and similar tribunals, stated in decisions that nominally decide individual cases but that in addition have precedential effect on future cases. Common law is a third branch of law, in contrast to and on equal footing with statutes which are adopted through the legislative process, and regulations which are promulgated by the executive branch.
A "common law system" is a legal system that gives great precedential weight to common law, so that consistent principles applied to similar facts yield similar outcomes. The bodyof past common law binds judges that make future decisions, just as any other law does, to ensure consistent treatment. In cases where the parties disagree on what the law is, a common law court looks to past precedential decisions of relevant courts. If a similar dispute has been resolved in the past, the court is usually bound to follow the reasoning used in the prior decision (this principle is known as stare decisis). If, however, the court finds that the current dispute is fundamentally distinct from all previous cases (called a "matter of first impression"), judges have the authority and duty to make law by creating precedent. Thereafter, the new decision becomes precedent, and will bind future courts. Stare decisis, the principle that cases should be decided according to consistent principled rules so that similar facts will yield similar results, lies at the heart of all common law systems.
One third of the world's population live in common law jurisdictions or in systems mixed with civil law. Common law originated during the Middle Ages in England, and from there was propagated to the colonies of the British Empire, including India, the United States (both the federal system and 49 of its 50 states), Pakistan, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Canada (and all its provinces except Quebec), Malaysia, Ghana, Australia, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, Singapore, Burma, Ireland, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Cyprus, Barbados, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Cameroon, Namibia, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Botswana, Guyana, and Fiji.

2:48

Guyanese mother deported from Trinidad with her son to explore legal options

Guyanese mother deported from Trinidad with her son to explore legal options

Guyanese mother deported from Trinidad with her son to explore legal options

Traders in Trinidad & Tobago: Jabari Shares His Story

Day Traders in Trinidad & Tobago: Jabari Shares His Story
As with many people at the Day TradingAcademy Jabari found us through our lifestyle and travel site WanderingTrader. He found our team via a publication on BBCNews about how one can day trade and travel around the world.
Traders from Trinidad and Tobago are up and coming as we have trained more than one. Jabari decided to take the plunge and also visited Houston to partake in our Military TrainingUniversity.
This is where we pack a week full of intensive training over a 5 day syllabus that is completely personalized for each trader. The concept is to provide completely personalized approach via a small group of roughly 5 or so student traders per Master Traders.
We are glad to see an increase in the number of traders from Trinidad and Tobago. Jabari saw great improvement from our full week of training and we hope to see him rise to Master Trader status very soon!
Get the free day trading guide at: http://bit.ly/dtatrade
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Know The Law: Divorce in Trinidad and Tobago

If a marriage breaks down, a husband and wife may legally end their relationship by obtaining a divorce.
One of the primary objectives of the HWLS Human Rights LawClinic is to help the general public to understand how the law works and how it can protect the average person.
In our first "Know The Law" video, we explain the basics of how a divorce can be obtained in Trinidad and Tobago.
The law on this area is set-out in the Matrimonial Proceedings and Property Act Chap 45:51.
A divorce petition cannot be presented until one year of marriage has passed, unless there are extreme circumstances.
This information is not intended to give legal advice. If you have a legal problem or require legal advise, please consult with an attorney-at-law.

published: 01 Jul 2016

IMMIGRATION LAW IN TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

Know The Law: What should you do if you are pulled-over by the police In Trinidad and Tobago?

After a week of tragic events in the United States, including allegations of police brutality, racially motivated killings and the slaying of five police officers, we thought that we’d ask the question: “What should you do if your car is stopped by the police in Trinidad and Tobago?”
It goes without saying that you should generally be polite and compliant, but there are a few things to keep in mind. These issues are addressed in our third "Know The Law" information guide.
The Hugh Wooding Law SchoolHuman Rights LawClinic aims to assist the average citizen to understand how the law works and how it can protect you.
Some of the content in this guide was adapted from the Street Law Handbook produced by our friends at Street Law South Africa.
This information is provided for information ...

Please join Trini Eco Warriorshttp://www.facebook.com/pages/Trini-Eco-Warriors/162715583747492 . This film was made to highlight the trade of sea turtles in Trinidad & Tobago, which is legal during hunting season, under the colonial era Fisheries Act of 1916. During the closed season the practice is widespread due to a lack of law enforcement. These endangered turtles are in danger disappearing from our waters unless we act now, and pressure out government to enact legislative change. This video was filmed from October 12-14 2010 along the East and North-East Coasts of Trinidad.

Read the full article here:
https://www.zilient.org/article/trash-heroes-and-scavenger-apps-battle-bali-garbage-emergency
Trinidad and Tobago has received asylum requests – from about 3,300Venezuelans struggling to survive amid a political crisis and harsh recession at home, but the influx of migrants is causing anxiety over whether there are enough jobs and social services to go round.
ABOUT THOMSON REUTERS FOUNDATION
The Thomson Reuters Foundation acts to promote the highest standards in journalism and spread the practice of legal pro bono worldwide. The organisation runs free services that provide individuals and organisations with vital access to information and services around the globe: free legal assistance to NGOs and social enterprises, editorial coverage of the world’s under-...

published: 23 Jul 2018

Trinidad and Tobago Holding Strong on Marijuana

The government of Trinidad and Tobago says marijuana decriminalization is not a priority.
https://videosenglish.telesurtv.net/video/730098/trinidad-and-tobago-holding-strong-on-marijuana/

What is COMMON LAW? What does COMMON LAW mean? COMMON LAW meaning, definition & explanation

What isCOMMONLAW? What does COMMON LAW mean? COMMON LAW meaning - COMMON LAW definition - COMMON LAW explanation.
Source: Wikipedia.org article, adapted under https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ license.
common law (also known as case law or precedent) is law developed by judges, courts, and similar tribunals, stated in decisions that nominally decide individual cases but that in addition have precedential effect on future cases. Common law is a third branch of law, in contrast to and on equal footing with statutes which are adopted through the legislative process, and regulations which are promulgated by the executive branch.
A "common law system" is a legal system that gives great precedential weight to common law, so that consistent principles applied to similar facts y...

published: 28 Jul 2016

Guyanese mother deported from Trinidad with her son to explore legal options

Traders in Trinidad & Tobago: Jabari Shares His Story

Day Traders in Trinidad & Tobago: Jabari Shares His Story
As with many people at the Day TradingAcademy Jabari found us through our lifestyle and travel site WanderingTrader. He found our team via a publication on BBCNews about how one can day trade and travel around the world.
Traders from Trinidad and Tobago are up and coming as we have trained more than one. Jabari decided to take the plunge and also visited Houston to partake in our Military TrainingUniversity.
This is where we pack a week full of intensive training over a 5 day syllabus that is completely personalized for each trader. The concept is to provide completely personalized approach via a small group of roughly 5 or so student traders per Master Traders.
We are glad to see an increase in the number of traders from T...

Know The Law: Divorce in Trinidad and Tobago

If a marriage breaks down, a husband and wife may legally end their relationship by obtaining a divorce.
One of the primary objectives of the HWLS Human Rights...

If a marriage breaks down, a husband and wife may legally end their relationship by obtaining a divorce.
One of the primary objectives of the HWLS Human Rights LawClinic is to help the general public to understand how the law works and how it can protect the average person.
In our first "Know The Law" video, we explain the basics of how a divorce can be obtained in Trinidad and Tobago.
The law on this area is set-out in the Matrimonial Proceedings and Property Act Chap 45:51.
A divorce petition cannot be presented until one year of marriage has passed, unless there are extreme circumstances.
This information is not intended to give legal advice. If you have a legal problem or require legal advise, please consult with an attorney-at-law.

If a marriage breaks down, a husband and wife may legally end their relationship by obtaining a divorce.
One of the primary objectives of the HWLS Human Rights LawClinic is to help the general public to understand how the law works and how it can protect the average person.
In our first "Know The Law" video, we explain the basics of how a divorce can be obtained in Trinidad and Tobago.
The law on this area is set-out in the Matrimonial Proceedings and Property Act Chap 45:51.
A divorce petition cannot be presented until one year of marriage has passed, unless there are extreme circumstances.
This information is not intended to give legal advice. If you have a legal problem or require legal advise, please consult with an attorney-at-law.

Know The Law: What should you do if you are pulled-over by the police In Trinidad and Tobago?

After a week of tragic events in the United States, including allegations of police brutality, racially motivated killings and the slaying of five police office...

After a week of tragic events in the United States, including allegations of police brutality, racially motivated killings and the slaying of five police officers, we thought that we’d ask the question: “What should you do if your car is stopped by the police in Trinidad and Tobago?”
It goes without saying that you should generally be polite and compliant, but there are a few things to keep in mind. These issues are addressed in our third "Know The Law" information guide.
The Hugh Wooding Law SchoolHuman Rights LawClinic aims to assist the average citizen to understand how the law works and how it can protect you.
Some of the content in this guide was adapted from the Street Law Handbook produced by our friends at Street Law South Africa.
This information is provided for information purposes only. Of course, if you require legal advice, please contact an attorney-at-law.

After a week of tragic events in the United States, including allegations of police brutality, racially motivated killings and the slaying of five police officers, we thought that we’d ask the question: “What should you do if your car is stopped by the police in Trinidad and Tobago?”
It goes without saying that you should generally be polite and compliant, but there are a few things to keep in mind. These issues are addressed in our third "Know The Law" information guide.
The Hugh Wooding Law SchoolHuman Rights LawClinic aims to assist the average citizen to understand how the law works and how it can protect you.
Some of the content in this guide was adapted from the Street Law Handbook produced by our friends at Street Law South Africa.
This information is provided for information purposes only. Of course, if you require legal advice, please contact an attorney-at-law.

Please join Trini Eco Warriorshttp://www.facebook.com/pages/Trini-Eco-Warriors/162715583747492 . This film was made to highlight the trade of sea turtles in Tr...

Please join Trini Eco Warriorshttp://www.facebook.com/pages/Trini-Eco-Warriors/162715583747492 . This film was made to highlight the trade of sea turtles in Trinidad & Tobago, which is legal during hunting season, under the colonial era Fisheries Act of 1916. During the closed season the practice is widespread due to a lack of law enforcement. These endangered turtles are in danger disappearing from our waters unless we act now, and pressure out government to enact legislative change. This video was filmed from October 12-14 2010 along the East and North-East Coasts of Trinidad.

Please join Trini Eco Warriorshttp://www.facebook.com/pages/Trini-Eco-Warriors/162715583747492 . This film was made to highlight the trade of sea turtles in Trinidad & Tobago, which is legal during hunting season, under the colonial era Fisheries Act of 1916. During the closed season the practice is widespread due to a lack of law enforcement. These endangered turtles are in danger disappearing from our waters unless we act now, and pressure out government to enact legislative change. This video was filmed from October 12-14 2010 along the East and North-East Coasts of Trinidad.

Read the full article here:
https://www.zilient.org/article/trash-heroes-and-scavenger-apps-battle-bali-garbage-emergency
Trinidad and Tobago has received asyl...

Read the full article here:
https://www.zilient.org/article/trash-heroes-and-scavenger-apps-battle-bali-garbage-emergency
Trinidad and Tobago has received asylum requests – from about 3,300Venezuelans struggling to survive amid a political crisis and harsh recession at home, but the influx of migrants is causing anxiety over whether there are enough jobs and social services to go round.
ABOUT THOMSON REUTERS FOUNDATION
The Thomson Reuters Foundation acts to promote the highest standards in journalism and spread the practice of legal pro bono worldwide. The organisation runs free services that provide individuals and organisations with vital access to information and services around the globe: free legal assistance to NGOs and social enterprises, editorial coverage of the world’s under-reported news, media development and training, and TrustConference (http://www.trustconference.com).
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Read the full article here:
https://www.zilient.org/article/trash-heroes-and-scavenger-apps-battle-bali-garbage-emergency
Trinidad and Tobago has received asylum requests – from about 3,300Venezuelans struggling to survive amid a political crisis and harsh recession at home, but the influx of migrants is causing anxiety over whether there are enough jobs and social services to go round.
ABOUT THOMSON REUTERS FOUNDATION
The Thomson Reuters Foundation acts to promote the highest standards in journalism and spread the practice of legal pro bono worldwide. The organisation runs free services that provide individuals and organisations with vital access to information and services around the globe: free legal assistance to NGOs and social enterprises, editorial coverage of the world’s under-reported news, media development and training, and TrustConference (http://www.trustconference.com).
Read our news: http://news.trust.org/
Learn more: http://www.trust.org/
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TR_Foundation
or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thomson.Reuters.Foundation/
We welcome all comments that contribute constructively to the debate. We have the right to remove any posting if, in our opinion, your post does not comply with the content standards set out in the Acceptable Use Policy on http://news.trust.org/.

What isCOMMONLAW? What does COMMON LAW mean? COMMON LAW meaning - COMMON LAW definition - COMMON LAW explanation.
Source: Wikipedia.org article, adapted under https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ license.
common law (also known as case law or precedent) is law developed by judges, courts, and similar tribunals, stated in decisions that nominally decide individual cases but that in addition have precedential effect on future cases. Common law is a third branch of law, in contrast to and on equal footing with statutes which are adopted through the legislative process, and regulations which are promulgated by the executive branch.
A "common law system" is a legal system that gives great precedential weight to common law, so that consistent principles applied to similar facts yield similar outcomes. The bodyof past common law binds judges that make future decisions, just as any other law does, to ensure consistent treatment. In cases where the parties disagree on what the law is, a common law court looks to past precedential decisions of relevant courts. If a similar dispute has been resolved in the past, the court is usually bound to follow the reasoning used in the prior decision (this principle is known as stare decisis). If, however, the court finds that the current dispute is fundamentally distinct from all previous cases (called a "matter of first impression"), judges have the authority and duty to make law by creating precedent. Thereafter, the new decision becomes precedent, and will bind future courts. Stare decisis, the principle that cases should be decided according to consistent principled rules so that similar facts will yield similar results, lies at the heart of all common law systems.
One third of the world's population live in common law jurisdictions or in systems mixed with civil law. Common law originated during the Middle Ages in England, and from there was propagated to the colonies of the British Empire, including India, the United States (both the federal system and 49 of its 50 states), Pakistan, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Canada (and all its provinces except Quebec), Malaysia, Ghana, Australia, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, Singapore, Burma, Ireland, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Cyprus, Barbados, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Cameroon, Namibia, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Botswana, Guyana, and Fiji.

What isCOMMONLAW? What does COMMON LAW mean? COMMON LAW meaning - COMMON LAW definition - COMMON LAW explanation.
Source: Wikipedia.org article, adapted under https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ license.
common law (also known as case law or precedent) is law developed by judges, courts, and similar tribunals, stated in decisions that nominally decide individual cases but that in addition have precedential effect on future cases. Common law is a third branch of law, in contrast to and on equal footing with statutes which are adopted through the legislative process, and regulations which are promulgated by the executive branch.
A "common law system" is a legal system that gives great precedential weight to common law, so that consistent principles applied to similar facts yield similar outcomes. The bodyof past common law binds judges that make future decisions, just as any other law does, to ensure consistent treatment. In cases where the parties disagree on what the law is, a common law court looks to past precedential decisions of relevant courts. If a similar dispute has been resolved in the past, the court is usually bound to follow the reasoning used in the prior decision (this principle is known as stare decisis). If, however, the court finds that the current dispute is fundamentally distinct from all previous cases (called a "matter of first impression"), judges have the authority and duty to make law by creating precedent. Thereafter, the new decision becomes precedent, and will bind future courts. Stare decisis, the principle that cases should be decided according to consistent principled rules so that similar facts will yield similar results, lies at the heart of all common law systems.
One third of the world's population live in common law jurisdictions or in systems mixed with civil law. Common law originated during the Middle Ages in England, and from there was propagated to the colonies of the British Empire, including India, the United States (both the federal system and 49 of its 50 states), Pakistan, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Canada (and all its provinces except Quebec), Malaysia, Ghana, Australia, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, Singapore, Burma, Ireland, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Cyprus, Barbados, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Cameroon, Namibia, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Botswana, Guyana, and Fiji.

Day Traders in Trinidad & Tobago: Jabari Shares His Story
As with many people at the Day TradingAcademy Jabari found us through our lifestyle and travel site WanderingTrader. He found our team via a publication on BBCNews about how one can day trade and travel around the world.
Traders from Trinidad and Tobago are up and coming as we have trained more than one. Jabari decided to take the plunge and also visited Houston to partake in our Military TrainingUniversity.
This is where we pack a week full of intensive training over a 5 day syllabus that is completely personalized for each trader. The concept is to provide completely personalized approach via a small group of roughly 5 or so student traders per Master Traders.
We are glad to see an increase in the number of traders from Trinidad and Tobago. Jabari saw great improvement from our full week of training and we hope to see him rise to Master Trader status very soon!
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Day Traders in Trinidad & Tobago: Jabari Shares His Story
As with many people at the Day TradingAcademy Jabari found us through our lifestyle and travel site WanderingTrader. He found our team via a publication on BBCNews about how one can day trade and travel around the world.
Traders from Trinidad and Tobago are up and coming as we have trained more than one. Jabari decided to take the plunge and also visited Houston to partake in our Military TrainingUniversity.
This is where we pack a week full of intensive training over a 5 day syllabus that is completely personalized for each trader. The concept is to provide completely personalized approach via a small group of roughly 5 or so student traders per Master Traders.
We are glad to see an increase in the number of traders from Trinidad and Tobago. Jabari saw great improvement from our full week of training and we hope to see him rise to Master Trader status very soon!
Get the free day trading guide at: http://bit.ly/dtatrade
Don't forget to subscribe
http://www.youtube.com/user/DAYTRADINGACADEMY?sub_confirmation=1
Also learn how we day trading and traveling around the world for the last six years at http://wanderingtrader.com. Our WanderingTrader sister site.

Know The Law: Divorce in Trinidad and Tobago

If a marriage breaks down, a husband and wife may legally end their relationship by obtaining a divorce.
One of the primary objectives of the HWLS Human Rights LawClinic is to help the general public to understand how the law works and how it can protect the average person.
In our first "Know The Law" video, we explain the basics of how a divorce can be obtained in Trinidad and Tobago.
The law on this area is set-out in the Matrimonial Proceedings and Property Act Chap 45:51.
A divorce petition cannot be presented until one year of marriage has passed, unless there are extreme circumstances.
This information is not intended to give legal advice. If you have a legal problem or require legal advise, please consult with an attorney-at-law.

Know The Law: What should you do if you are pulled-over by the police In Trinidad and Tobago?

After a week of tragic events in the United States, including allegations of police brutality, racially motivated killings and the slaying of five police officers, we thought that we’d ask the question: “What should you do if your car is stopped by the police in Trinidad and Tobago?”
It goes without saying that you should generally be polite and compliant, but there are a few things to keep in mind. These issues are addressed in our third "Know The Law" information guide.
The Hugh Wooding Law SchoolHuman Rights LawClinic aims to assist the average citizen to understand how the law works and how it can protect you.
Some of the content in this guide was adapted from the Street Law Handbook produced by our friends at Street Law South Africa.
This information is provided for information purposes only. Of course, if you require legal advice, please contact an attorney-at-law.

Please join Trini Eco Warriorshttp://www.facebook.com/pages/Trini-Eco-Warriors/162715583747492 . This film was made to highlight the trade of sea turtles in Trinidad & Tobago, which is legal during hunting season, under the colonial era Fisheries Act of 1916. During the closed season the practice is widespread due to a lack of law enforcement. These endangered turtles are in danger disappearing from our waters unless we act now, and pressure out government to enact legislative change. This video was filmed from October 12-14 2010 along the East and North-East Coasts of Trinidad.

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Trinidad and Tobago has received asylum requests – from about 3,300Venezuelans struggling to survive amid a political crisis and harsh recession at home, but the influx of migrants is causing anxiety over whether there are enough jobs and social services to go round.
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What is COMMON LAW? What does COMMON LAW mean? COMMON LAW meaning, definition & explanation

What isCOMMONLAW? What does COMMON LAW mean? COMMON LAW meaning - COMMON LAW definition - COMMON LAW explanation.
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common law (also known as case law or precedent) is law developed by judges, courts, and similar tribunals, stated in decisions that nominally decide individual cases but that in addition have precedential effect on future cases. Common law is a third branch of law, in contrast to and on equal footing with statutes which are adopted through the legislative process, and regulations which are promulgated by the executive branch.
A "common law system" is a legal system that gives great precedential weight to common law, so that consistent principles applied to similar facts yield similar outcomes. The bodyof past common law binds judges that make future decisions, just as any other law does, to ensure consistent treatment. In cases where the parties disagree on what the law is, a common law court looks to past precedential decisions of relevant courts. If a similar dispute has been resolved in the past, the court is usually bound to follow the reasoning used in the prior decision (this principle is known as stare decisis). If, however, the court finds that the current dispute is fundamentally distinct from all previous cases (called a "matter of first impression"), judges have the authority and duty to make law by creating precedent. Thereafter, the new decision becomes precedent, and will bind future courts. Stare decisis, the principle that cases should be decided according to consistent principled rules so that similar facts will yield similar results, lies at the heart of all common law systems.
One third of the world's population live in common law jurisdictions or in systems mixed with civil law. Common law originated during the Middle Ages in England, and from there was propagated to the colonies of the British Empire, including India, the United States (both the federal system and 49 of its 50 states), Pakistan, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Canada (and all its provinces except Quebec), Malaysia, Ghana, Australia, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, Singapore, Burma, Ireland, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Cyprus, Barbados, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Cameroon, Namibia, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Botswana, Guyana, and Fiji.

Traders in Trinidad & Tobago: Jabari Shares His Story

Day Traders in Trinidad & Tobago: Jabari Shares His Story
As with many people at the Day TradingAcademy Jabari found us through our lifestyle and travel site WanderingTrader. He found our team via a publication on BBCNews about how one can day trade and travel around the world.
Traders from Trinidad and Tobago are up and coming as we have trained more than one. Jabari decided to take the plunge and also visited Houston to partake in our Military TrainingUniversity.
This is where we pack a week full of intensive training over a 5 day syllabus that is completely personalized for each trader. The concept is to provide completely personalized approach via a small group of roughly 5 or so student traders per Master Traders.
We are glad to see an increase in the number of traders from Trinidad and Tobago. Jabari saw great improvement from our full week of training and we hope to see him rise to Master Trader status very soon!
Get the free day trading guide at: http://bit.ly/dtatrade
Don't forget to subscribe
http://www.youtube.com/user/DAYTRADINGACADEMY?sub_confirmation=1
Also learn how we day trading and traveling around the world for the last six years at http://wanderingtrader.com. Our WanderingTrader sister site.

Trinidad and Tobago

Trinidad and Tobagoi/ˈtrɪnᵻˌdædəndtoʊˈbeɪɡoʊ/, officially the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, is a twin island country situated off the northern edge of South America mainland, lying 11 kilometres (6mi) just off the coast of northeastern Venezuela and 130 kilometres (81mi) south of Grenada. Bordering the Caribbean to the north, it shares maritime boundaries with other nations including Barbados to the northeast, Grenada to the northwest, Guyana to the southeast, and Venezuela to the south and west. The country covers an area of 5,128 square kilometres (1,980sqmi) and consists of two main islands, Trinidad and Tobago, with numerous smaller landforms. The two main islands are divided into nine regions, and one ward. Sangre Grande is the largest of the country's nine regions, comprising about 18% of the total area and 10% of the total population of the country. Trinidad and Tobago lies outside of the hurricane belt.